Abate Nero Trento Domini Brut 2018

Abate Nero Trento Domini Brut Millesimato 2018 is a classic méthode traditionnelle sparkling wine from the alpine vineyards of Trentino Alto Adige, crafted entirely from Chardonnay. This vintage cuvée is aged for an extended period on its lees, giving it complexity, fine texture, and a distinct sense of place. Elegant yet characterful, it balances mountain freshness with depth and maturity in the glass.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Trento DOC-style sparkling wine shows a bright, luminous straw-yellow hue with delicate, persistent perlage forming a fine, continuous bead. The nose opens with refined aromas of golden apple, ripe pear, and white peach, followed by nuances of citrus zest, brioche, toasted hazelnut, and a subtle mineral note that speaks of its alpine origin. On the palate, the wine is dry, precise, and finely structured, with a creamy mousse that carries flavors of orchard fruit, lemon curd, fresh almond, and light pastry tones from its extended lees aging. A vibrant, well-integrated acidity provides tension and length, finishing on a saline, mineral echo. While beautifully enjoyable now, the 2018 vintage has the structure and freshness to develop further complexity over the next 3–5 years, gaining more nutty and toasty nuances with additional bottle age.

Production
Sourced from hillside vineyards in Trentino Alto Adige, the Chardonnay grapes benefit from a cool alpine climate, strong day–night temperature shifts, and well-drained, mineral-rich soils that contribute to the wine’s precision and aromatic clarity. Grapes are typically hand-harvested to ensure optimal selection and gentle handling, preserving acidity and purity of fruit. After a soft pressing and controlled fermentation of the base wine in stainless steel, the traditional method (Metodo Classico) second fermentation takes place in the bottle, followed by a prolonged period of lees aging, which builds complexity, fine bubbles, and the distinctive brioche and pastry notes that define this millesimato style.

Food & Serving
This vintage Brut is a versatile partner at the table, pairing beautifully with shellfish such as oysters, prawns, and scallops, as well as delicate fish dishes, sushi, and sashimi. Its structure and savory edge also complement poultry, light risottos, and soft-ripened cheeses like Brie or Taleggio. Serve well-chilled at around 6–8°C (43–46°F) to highlight its freshness and fine perlage. A short decant in the glass—or opening the bottle 10–15 minutes before serving—can help the aromas unfurl without the need for traditional decanting.

Producer
Abate Nero is a respected Trentino house specializing in traditional method sparkling wines, founded in the early 1970s with the aim of expressing the unique terroir of Trento through high-quality metodo classico bottlings. Working in one of Italy’s premier sparkling wine regions, the estate focuses on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grown in high-altitude vineyards, leveraging cool mountain influences to craft wines of finesse and longevity. Over the years, Abate Nero has helped solidify Trento’s reputation as a serious alternative to the world’s top sparkling wine regions, earning recognition for its consistent quality and precise, terroir-driven style.

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